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SB 5037 - Classifies 4th DUI as a Felony - Washington Key Vote

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Title: Classifies 4th DUI as a Felony

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that classifies a fourth DUI offense as a felony.

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  • Requires that the punishments for those with 3 or more DUI offenses within 10 years include that (Sec. 3):

    • An ignition interlock device be installed and used on all motor vehicles operated by the offender,

    • The offender submit to alcohol monitoring via breathalyzer, transdermal sensor device, or other technology used to detect alcohol in a person’s system; and

    • The offender to pay for the full cost of 24/7 monitoring.

  • Requires additional penalties for a DUI with a minor under the age of 16 in the vehicle, including (Sec. 3):

    • The use of an ignition interlock device for an additional 6 months,

    • A fine of no less than $1000 or more than $5000 with no prior offenses within 7 years,

    • A fine of no less than $2000 and no more than $5000 if the offender has a previous DUI within 7 years,

    • An additional 10 days of imprisonment with a fine of no less than $3000, and no more than $10,000 if the offender has committed at least 2 prior offenses within 7 years.

  • Classifies the fourth DUI offense within 10 years of a prior DUI offense to be charged as a class C felony (Sec. 2)

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